AlwaysWearProperApparel . Never wear loose clothing or jewelry that might get caught in moving parts . Rubber - soled footwear is recommended for the best footing . Also use a , face or dust mask if the cutting operation is dusty . j , _ Always Use Safety Glasses and Wear Hearing Protection . Never Overreach . Keep your proper footing and balance at all times . Never Stand on Tools . Serious injury could occur if the tool is tipped or if the cutting tool is accidentally contacted . Always Disconnect Tools . Disconnect tools before servicing and when changing accessories such as blades , bits , and cutters . Always Avoid Accidental Staring . Make sure switch is in " OFF " position before plugging in cord . Never Leave Tools Running Unattended . _ Always Check for Damaged Parts . will operate properly and perform its intended function . Check for alignment of moving parts , binding of moving I _ , i r Bpaerftosr , e birneitaiaklagoer coofntpinaurtasl , musoeunotifngth , e atonodl , anaygoutahredr ocronodthiteiornspartthatthamt aisy daaffmecatgeitds ospheorualdtionb . e Achgeucakredd otro oatshseurre that damaged parts should immediately be properly repaired or replaced . _ PECIAL SAFETY RULES FOR BANDSAWS 1 . Always stop the Bandsaw before removing scrap pieces from table . 2 . Always keep hands and fingers away from the blade . 3 . Never attempt to saw stock that does not have a flat surface , unless a suitable support is used . 4 . Always hold material firmly and feed it into the blade at a moderate speed . 5 . Always turn off the machine if the material is to be backed out of an uncompleted cut . 6 . Check for proper blade size and type for thickness and type of material being cut . 7 . Make sure that the blade tension and blade tracking are properly adjusted . 8 , Make " relief " cuts before cutting long curves . 9 . Release blade tension when the saw will not be used for a long period of time . 10 . Note and follow the safety warnings and instructions that appear on the lower door . Page: 4

3 . TILTING THE TABLE 1 . CENTERING THE TABLE For bevel cuts , the table tilts 0 through 45 degrees . a . Loosen the four hex . , bolts mounting the table to the upper table trunnion . ( See Fig . 7 ) a . To tilt the table , loosen the wing nut on the table trunnion , set the table to the required angle and tighten the wing nut again ( See Fig . 10 ) . FIG , 7 b , Move the table sideways as required , until the saw blade runs through the center of the table insert . FIG . 10 c . ft the adjustment of " b " is not enough to center the table , loosen ! he four flange nuts holding the lower table trunnion and move the b . It is recommended to verify the correct angle setting using an tabie sideways to place the table in the center . angle guide , or by making trial cuts in scrap wood . Adjust the d . Re - tighten hex . bolts for trunnion , recheck the saw blade indicator accordingly by using a phillips head screwdriver . position . 4 . ADJUSTING THE RIP FENCE 2 . SETTING TABLE SQUARE TO SAW BLADE The locking pressure of the rip fence has been factory - set , if Loosen the wing nut on the lower table trunnion and place a adjustment is required proceed as follows : suitably sized square against the saw blade . If the table requires adjustment , proceed as follows : a . Raise the fence handle to horizontal position . b . Turn the fence handle clockwise to increase clamping pressure , a . Using a wrench , release the hex . nut on the frame . ( See Fig . 8 ) counterclockwise to decrease clamping pressure . ( See Fig . 11 ) b . Place the wrench on the hex . bolt and adjust until the table c . After counterclockwise truning the fence handle , sliding the rip square to the saw blade . ( See Fig . 8 ) fence to the desired position on the guide raiL ( See Fig . 11 ) d . The fence handle has a cam action , press down the handle to stamp tightly to the table after setting rip fence to desired position . FIG . 8 c . Tighten the hex . nut and recheck the saw blade and the table for I FIG . lt squareness . d . Lock the table into position and check that the indicator reads NOTE : Do not adjust the fence handle such that excessive zero degree on the side of lower table trunnion . Loosen the screw pressure is exerted during operation - this may lead to deformation securing the indicator and reset if necessary to give zero degree of the end clamp at the rear of the rip fence . Set the fence handle to reading . ( See Fig . 9 ) apply just enough pressure to enable safe operation during cutting . 5 . CHANGING AND ADJUSTING THE SAW BLADE This bandsaw is factory - equipped with a general - purpose wood cutting blade , the saw blade is set prior to delivery . To change the saw blade , the following procedure must be followed : WARNING : To avoid injury from unexpected starting , whenever changing the saw blade or carrying out adjustments , switch the handsaw off and remove the power cord from the main outlet . To avoid injury to hands when handling the saw blade , wear gloves whenever necessary . 6 Page: 7

a . Removteheripfencet , heguiderail , thewingnutandscrew c . Setthebladeguidetotherequirehdeighbt yturnintgheguide fromthetable . postadjustinkgnob . b . Opentheuppear ndlowedr oorsbytumingthedoorlocking d . Tightetnhewingnutaftersetting . knobs . c . Loosetnhebladetensiobnyturnintghebladetensionknobon thetopoftheuppewr heehl ousincgounterclockwuinsteilthesaw Guide post adjusting knob bladehasslackene ( dviewefdromabove ( ) SeeFig . 12 ) . FIG . 14 8 . ADJUSTING THE BLADE GUIDES d . Remove the saw blade from the upper and lower wheels . The Upper Blade Guide e . When fitting the new saw blade ensure the blade teeth are pointing downwards and towards you at the position where the a . To adjust the upper blade guides , first position the right and left saw blade passes through the table . roller guides relative to the blade by slackening the ratcher handle f . Re - tension the new saw blade and check the saw blade tracking Fig . 15 and moving the guide carrier until both roller guides are by turning the upper wheel by hand . The saw blade should run in approximately 1 / 16 " behind the gullets of the saw blade . the center of the bandsaw wheels . g . If need adjust the tracking of the saw blade , proceed as men - b . Set both roller guides to within 1 / 32 " of the saw blade by tioned below " TRACKING THE SAW BLADE " releasing the guide adjusting screw ( A ) Fig . 15 on each side of the h . Replace the rip fence , the guide rail , the wing nut and screw to saw blade . Do not set the roller guides too close as this will the table . adversely affect the life of the saw blade . i . Close the upper and lower doors by turning the door locking knobs before reconnecting the power supply . c . Adjust the rear roller guide to be just clear of the back of the saw blade by unlocking the guide adjusting screw ( B ) Fig . 15 6 . TRACKING THE BANDSAW BLADE d . When the correct adjustment is reached , lock the rear roller guide in position with the guide adjusting screw ( B ) Fig . 15 Set the tracking of the saw blade before setting the blade guides . Once the saw blade is installed and tensioned , track the saw blade by adjusting the tracking knob by hand ( See Fig . 13 ) . The Ratchet handle I saw blade should run in the center of the bandsaw wheels . When the correct adjustment is achieved lock the tracking knob with the wing nut . Guide adjusting screw ( B ) Guide adjusting screw ( A ) " I FIG , 15 The Lower Blade Guide Tracking knob I | a . To adjust the lower blade guides , first position the right and left FIG . 13 roller guides relative to the blade by slackening the lock nut Fig . 16 and moving the guide carrier until both roller guides are approxi - mately 1 / 16 " behind the gullets of the saw blade 7 . SETTING THE CUTTING HEIGHT b . Set both roller guides to within 1 / 32 " of the saw blade by releasing the guide adjusting screw ( C ) Fig . 16 on each side of the a . The upper blade guide should be set as close as practical saw blade . Do not set the roller guides too close as this will against the workpiece . adversely affect the life of the saw blade . b . To adjust this height , loosen the wing nut at the side of the upper wheel housing . ( See Fig . 14 ) c . Adjust the rear roller guide to be just clear of the back of the saw blade by unlocking the guide adjusting screw ( D ) Fig , 16 7 Page: 8

d . When the correct adjustment is reached , lock the rear roller guide in position with the guide adjusting screw ( D ) Fig . 16 Guide adjusting screw ( C ) c . Using a clip pliers ( not provided ) remove the retaining ring from the center of the lower wheel . d . Carefully slide the lower wheel forward and at the same time release the saw blade from this wheel . 9 . CHANGING THE DRIVE BELT e . Remove the old drive belt and fit the new belt . ( ensure ribs in drive belt are seated correctly before reassembling and tensioning a . Release the saw blade tension by turning the blade tension the drive belt ) knob on the top of bandsaw counterclockwise . f . Follow procedures for CHANGING AND ADJUSTING THE SAW b . Using a M6 hex . " L " wrench ( not 15rovided ) to release the hex . BLADE & TRACKING THE BANDSAW BLADE , before restoring power to the bandsaw and setting up for use . socket head cap screw on motor mounting flange . ( See Fig . 17 ) WARNING : Before starting check if any part of your bandsaw is For best results the saw blade must be sharp . Select the right saw missing , malfuctioning , has been damaged or broken . . , such as blade for the job , depending on _ tthe thickness of the wc . od the cut to the motor switch , or other operation control , a safety device or the be made . The thinner and harder the wood , the finer the teeth of power cord , turn the bandsaw off and unplug it until the particular the saw blade . Use a fine tooth blade for cutting sharp curves . part is properly repaired or replaced . The machine is especially suited for cutting curves , but will also The saw blade cuts on a continuous downstroke , To avoid injury make straight cuts . Do not attempt to turn the workpiece without when hands are unavoidably near to the saw blade , they should pushing it , as this may cause the workpieee to get stuck , or the be placed on either side of the blade , not in line with it . Use a saw blade to bend . push stick whenever possible when working in close proximity to The rip fence is to enable safe and accurate straight cuts of the the saw blade . workpiece , usually in the same direction as the grain of the timber . Start the bandsaw by turning the lock switch on and wait for the The miter gauge is to enable safe and accurate crosscut of the bandsaw to come to full speed before starting to cut . Never start workpiece . the bandsaw with the workpiece in contact with the saw blade . The tiltable table is used for bevel cuts . Slowly feed the workpiece towards the saw blade , putting only light pressure on it . With both hands , firmly hold the workpiece down on WARNING : When sawing with the rip fence and a tilted table , the rip the table , and feed it towards the saw blade slowly . fence must be installed on that side of the table which is tilted downward . WARNING : To avoid injury due to unexpected starting , before Regular maintenance of the bandsaw will prevent unnecessary problems . cleaning or carrying out maintenance work , switch off and discon - nect the bandsaw from the power source . a . Keep the table clean to ensure accurate cutting . Never use water or other liquids to clean the bandsaw . Use a dry b . Keep the outside of the machine clean to ensure accurate brush . operation of all moving parts and prevent excessive wear . c . Keep the ventilation slots of the motor clean to prevent it from overheating . d . Keep the inside ( near the saw blade , etc . ) clean to prevent accumulation of dust . Use dust collection if possible . e . To prolong the life of the saw blade , when the bandsaw is not in use for extended periods , release the saw blade tension . Before reusing the bandsaw ensure that the blade is re - tensioned and tracking is checked . 8 Page: 9

Problem Diagnosis Remedy The machine does not work when 1 . No power supply . 1 . Check the cable for breakage . switched on . 2 . Defective switch . 2 . Replace the lock switch . 3 Defective motor . 3 . Defective motor . The saw blade does not move with the 1 . The blade tension knob has not been 1 . Switch off the motor , tighten the blade motor running . tightened . tension knob . 2 . The blade has come off one of the 2 . Open the doors and check . wheels . 3 . The saw blade has broken . 3 . Replace the blade . 4 . The drive belt has snapped . 4 . Replace the belt . The saw blade does not cut in a straight 1 . Rip fence for cutting not used . 1 . Use a rip fence . line . 2 . Feed rate too fast . 2 . Put light pressure on the workpiece . Make sure the saw blade does not bend , 3 . The blade teeth are dull or damaged . 3 . Try a new saw blade . 4 , Blade guides not suitably adjusted . 4 . Adjust the blade guides ( see ADJUST - MENT instructions ) . The saw blade does not cut , or cuts very 1 . The teeth are dull , caused by cutting 1 . Replace the saw blade , use a 6 " EEl . slowly . saw blade for wood and soft material . hard material or long use . Use a 14 T . P . L saw blade for harder materials . A 14 " EEl . saw blade always cuts slower due to the finer teeth and the 2 . The saw blade was fitted the wrong slower cutting performance . way on the bandsaw . 2 . Fit the saw blade correctly . This is normal Sawdust builds up inside the machine , Clean the machine regularly . Open the doors and remove the sawdust with a vacuum cleaner . This is normal Sawdust inside the motor housing . Clean the ventilating slots of the motor with a vacuum cleaner . From time to time remove the sawdust to prevent it from being drawn into the housing . The machine does not cut at 45 or 90 1 . The table is not at right angles to the 1 . Adjust the table . degrees . blade . 2 . The saw blade is dull or too much 2 . Replace the saw blade or put less pressure was put on the workpiece . pressure on the workpiece . The saw blade can not be properly 1 . The wheels are not in alignment or 1 . Replace bearing . positioned on the wheels . defective bearing . 2 . The blade tracking knob hasn't been 2 . Adjust the blade tracking knob ( See properly adjusted . ADJUSTMENT instructions ) . 3 . Inferior saw blade . 3 . Replace the saw blade . W . b _ rI , NING : This machine must be grounded . To avoid electrocution or fire , any repairs to electrical system should be done only by a Cdalified electrician , usin genuine replacement parts . SWITCH I MOTOR PLUG _ L Page: 10